How To Fix XPRA_MESSAGES_CO005 - Insertion of variant &1 client &2 was faulty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XPRA_MESSAGES_CO - XPRA MESSAGES CO

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Insertion of variant &1 client &2 was faulty

What causes this issue?

The insert of variant &1 client &2 generated an error.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Start the program again after the upgrade. If the error persists,
contact SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XPRA_MESSAGES_CO005 - Insertion of variant &1 client &2 was faulty ?

  The SAP error message XPRA_MESSAGES_CO005, which states "Insertion of variant &1 client &2 was faulty," typically occurs during the execution of a transport or during the upgrade process. This error indicates that there was an issue with inserting a variant (a saved configuration or selection) into the specified client.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to insert the variant into the specified client.
  Client-Specific Data: The variant may contain client-specific data that is not valid for the target client.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the transport request.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variant may have been incorrectly configured or may reference objects that do not exist in the target client.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Review the Variant: Check the variant in the source client to ensure it is correctly configured and does not reference any non-existent objects.
  Transport Request: If this error occurs during a transport, check the transport request for any inconsistencies. You may need to re-import the transport or check for any missing objects.
  Client Settings: Ensure that the target client is properly set up and that there are no restrictions that would prevent the insertion of the variant.
  Database Consistency: Run consistency checks on the database to ensure there are no underlying issues. This can be done using transaction SE14 or similar tools.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE93 (for variants), SE38 (for report execution), and ST22 (for dumps) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed logs and error messages for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to variants and client management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.